Physician Assistant — Mission-Driven Correctional Health

Wellpath; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 118,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401k

Job summary

Wellpath is seeking a Physician Assistant for day shifts to provide comprehensive medical care to inmates under medical leadership. Responsibilities include evaluating acute and emergency complaints, collaborating with physicians, and ensuring documentation aligns with protocols.

The PA works within a clinical team, supports cross-coverage, maintains HIPAA compliance, and participates in quality improvement activities. DEA registration and Lifesaving BLS/PALS are required.

Qualifications

• PA requires accredited education program for PAs.
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in a correctional/detention facility.
• Unrestricted current license, certification or registration in state of practice; must maintain all certifications.
• Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration.
• Current lifesaving BLS and PALS (where applicable) certification through AHA.

Responsibilities

• Deliver acute and emergency medical care in accordance with protocols.
• Consult with physicians and manage patient transfers when clinically indicated.
• Document all findings using the S.O.A.P. method and EMR systems.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and participate in quality improvement efforts.
• Provide cross-coverage and support psychiatric stability assessments.

Education

Completion of an accredited education program for PAs

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Wellpath is seeking a Physician Assistant for day shifts to provide comprehensive medical care to inmates under medical leadership. Responsibilities include evaluating acute and emergency complaints, collaborating with physicians, and ensuring documentation aligns with protocols.

The PA works within a clinical team, supports cross-coverage, maintains HIPAA compliance, and participates in quality improvement activities. DEA registration and Lifesaving BLS/PALS are required.